Side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide

How to use Hydrochlorothiazide

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Telstat H 40mg Tablet works

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and fluid retention in edema by removing the extra water and electrolytes from the body.

In Depth Information on Telstat H 40mg Tablet

Expert advice for Telmisartan

Telmisartan can be taken with or without food but preferably be taken at the same time of the day.

It is best to take the first dose before bed to reduce symptomatic hypotension.

Telmisartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.

Inform your doctor immediately if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing.

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Hydrochlorothiazide

Do not chew, divide or crush the tablets, swallow it whole with water. Avoid taking hydrochlorothiazide at bedtime because it makes you urinate more often. It is recommended to take in early morning. Drink adequate amount of liquid to avoid becoming dehydrated or overheated. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects: dryness of mouth, thirst, weakness, lethargy, drowsiness, restlessness, confusion, muscle pains or cramps that doesn't go away. Do not start or continue the tablet:

If you are allergic to sulfonamide-derived drugs (Sulfa drugs).

If you have diabetes or increase lipid levels (cholesterol).

If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

If you have any other disease such as kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, diabetes or gout, asthma and lupus erythematosus (an allergic condition which causes joint pain, skin rashes and fever).

Get up slowly from lying position to avoid dizziness. This is more common when hydrochlorothiazide is taken for the first time.Use sunscreen for photosensitivity. Avoid drinking alcohol, OTC medicines unless recommended by doctor.

Warnings

Special precautions for Telstat H 40mg Tablet

Alcohol

CAUTION

Taking Telmisartan with alcohol may excessively lower the blood pressure.

Taking Hydrochlorothiazide with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

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Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Telstat H 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.

There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

Telstat H 40mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactati

on.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

Telstat H 40mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired

, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

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Kidney

Telstat H 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telstat H 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Telstat H 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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Liver

CAUTION

Telstat H 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telstat H 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Telstat H 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions for Telstat H 40mg Tablet

Frequently asked questions for Telmisartan

Q. Is Telmisartan safe?

Telmisartan is safe if used in prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. What is Telmisartan used for?

Telmisartan is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce cardiovascular events (i.e. heart attack or stroke) in adults who are at risk because they have a reduced or blocked blood supply to the heart or legs, or have had a stroke or high-risk diabetes.

Q. Is Telmisartan a blood thinner?

No, Telmisartan is not a blood thinner, it is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Is Telmisartan better than losartan?

Telmisartan and losartan belong to the same class of medicines and have shown to be similarly effective and safe for the approved indications, but their effect may vary in different individuals.

Q. Is Telmisartan a beta blocker?

No, Telmisartan is not a beta blocker. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Is Telmisartan an ACE inhibitor?

No, Telmisartan is not an ACE inhibitor. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Is Telmisartan a statin?

No, Telmisartan is not a statin. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Is Telmisartan better than olmesartan?

Telmisartan and olmesartan belong to the same class of medicines and have shown to be similarly effective and safe for the approved indications, but their effect may vary in different individuals.

Q. Is Telmisartan a diuretic?

No, Telmisartan is not a diuretic. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Is Telmisartan an alpha blocker?

No, Telmisartan is not an alpha blocker. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).

Q. Can I take Telmisartan with paracetamol?

Yes, Telmisartan can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been seen. However it may occur, please consult your doctor before taking these medicines together.

Q. Does Telmisartan cause cough?

Use of Telmisartan can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking Telmisartan.

Q. Does Telmisartan cause erectile dysfunction?

Telmisartan has not seen to be associated with erectile dysfunction. Please consult your doctor in case you experience this problem while taking Telmisartan.

Q. Can the use of Telmisartan cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?

Yes, Telmisartan can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Telmisartan cause weight gain?

Weight gain has not been reported as a side effect of Telmisartan. Please talk to your doctor in case you experience an excessive change in your weight while taking Telmisartan.

Q. Can the use of Telmisartan cause hair loss?

Hair loss has not been reported as a side effect with Telmisartan. This could be due to some other cause or condition. Please consult your doctor.

Q. Can Telmisartan cause a headache?

Telmisartan is not known to cause a headache. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a headache when you are taking Telmisartan.

Q. Does Telmisartan cause weight loss?

Weight loss has not been reported as a side effect of Telmisartan. Talk to your doctor if you experience marked weight loss while taking this medicine as this could be due to some other underlying condition.

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Frequently asked questions for Hydrochlorothiazide

Q. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic,which increases the excretion of urine?

Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is Hydrochlorothiazide a statin/ opiate?

No.It is the derivative of chlorothiazide

Q. Is Hydrochlorothiazide bad for your kidneys?

No.Hydrochlorthiazide is a safe drug at prescribed dose by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease and follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use